Why did Heelys get discontinued?

Many malls and schools have banned Heelys, due to safety concerns. “If sales are booming,” says pediatrician Dr. Steven Krug of Chicago Children’s Memorial Hospital, “we will see more injuries in our emergency departments. The injury that we fear the most are head injuries.”

Are Heelys for boys or girls?

There is no functional difference between girls’ Heelys and boys’ Heelys; it’s purely a cosmetic matter. The ones that are labelled as being for girls usually feature bright, feminine colours like pink and purple and may also include extra decorative touches, like rainbow-coloured laces or metallic accents.

Are Heelys coming back?

Today, Heelys is back on the shelves of major chains such as Journeys, Famous Footwear, Shoe Carnival, Macy’s Finish Line, Shoe Show and Big 5 Sporting Goods, as well as online at Nordstrom.com and Zappos, among other sites.

Can a 13 year old wear Heelys?

Your children will be fine wearing Heely’s as long as they wear them for what they are: Fashion shoes. This means that your children should not wear this type of shoes for their everyday activities, and no more than 4 hours a day. Among the Heelys shoe brand, certain styles work better than others.

What Heelys are best for beginners?

Heelys X2 Dual wheel shoes are designed for beginners. These two wheeled sneakers provide more balance so it is easier to learn how to Heely. Once mastered, you can take the front wheel out.

Which Heelys are best for beginners?

Two Wheeled – These Heelys have 2 wheels at the back of each shoe. Having two wheels make it easier to balance so they are better for younger kids and beginners. A good thing about the two wheeled Heelys is that you can always take the front wheel out so that you then have a one wheeled Heely!

How do I teach my child to use Heelys?

How to Heely

1. Step 1! Start on a smooth, flat surface with your feet shoulder width apart.
2. Step 2! Take a step and push with your back foot.
3. Step 3! Now do the same with your back foot – you should be smooth rolling along the floor!
4. Step 4! To stop, lift your toes of both feet up so your heels are touching the floor.

Is there a weight limit to Heelys?

Is there a weight limit for Heelys? On one foot is an 80-watt, gear-driven motor with a battery capable of propelling you up to 10 miles per hour for 30 minutes. Its max weight limit is 176 pounds.